New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on his 33rd death anniversary today. The Prime Minister posted on X, “On his death anniversary, my tributes to our former PM Shri Rajiv Gandhi Ji.”
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, and party MP Rahul Gandhi also paid homage to Rajiv Gandhi at Veer Bhumi in Delhi on Tuesday morning. Other Congress leaders, including P Chidambaram and Sachin Pilot, also paid their respects to the former prime minister in the national capital.
Rajiv Gandhi took over the charge of the Congress in 1984 following the assassination of his mother and then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. He became India’s youngest Prime Minister at the age of 40 when he assumed office in October 1984.
Rajiv Gandhi’s tenure as Prime Minister was marked by significant technological advancements and economic policies aimed at modernizing India. However, his tenure also faced challenges, including the Bofors scandal and internal party struggles. He remained a pivotal figure in Indian politics until his assassination in 1991.
Today’s tributes reflect Rajiv Gandhi’s enduring legacy and the profound impact he had on India’s political landscape. Leaders from across the political spectrum continue to remember and honor his contributions to the nation.
